108 pages 3 hours read

Amor Towles

A Gentleman in Moscow

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016

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Amor Towles' A Gentleman in Moscow captivates readers with its rich, immersive storytelling and profound character development. Critics laud the elegant prose and historical detail, but some find the pacing slow and the narrative overly descriptive. Overall, it's praised for its charming tale of resilience and personal growth.

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Who Should Read A Gentleman in Moscow?

Readers who enjoy historical fiction with richly detailed settings and character-driven plots will appreciate A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles. Fans of The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah and All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr, for their exquisite prose and compelling narratives set against historical backdrops, will find this novel equally engaging.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Themes
Relationships: Friendship
Genre
Historical Fiction